2020 Toyota Highlander vs 2023 Volkswagen ID.3
Which is bigger, the 2020 Toyota Highlander or 2023 Volkswagen ID.3?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2020 Toyota Highlander offers a massive 68.6 cm of extra length, which changes the silhouette and stance compared to the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. You might notice the 12.1 cm width difference when parking; the 2020 Toyota Highlander leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. The 2020 Toyota Highlander towers in height over the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 by 16.6 cm, providing a much more commanding view of any traffic ahead. The 2020 Toyota Highlander is slightly more stable at speed thanks to a 8 cm longer wheelbase than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3, though the effect is minimal.
Measurements
Length
495 cm (+68.6)
426.4 cm
Height
173 cm (+16.6)
156.4 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
193 cm (+12.1)
180.9 cm
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
207 cm
Ground clearance
20.3 cm (+8)
N/A
Wheelbase
285 cm (+1.8)
277 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
495 cm
42.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
426.4 cm
11.2 cm longer than the average Hatchback
Height
173 cm
10.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
156.4 cm
8.5 cm taller than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
193 cm
8.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
180.9 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
207 cm
7.5 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
20.3 cm
2.2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
N/A
Wheelbase
285 cm
12.6 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
277 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
These two cars follow different measurement methods: SAE for the 2020 Toyota Highlander and VDA for the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3, so instead of a direct cargo space comparison, segment averages are the best way to gauge their relative utility. The 2020 Toyota Highlander’s 453 L capacity with seats up is average for its class, and the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3’s 385 L capacity is average for its class. These two brands use different logic for their total interior volume so it's impossible to compare them like-for-like; the 2020 Toyota Highlander provides 2,387 L (SAE) which for its segment is way above average, while the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 is listed at 1,267 L (VDA) which is way above average for its segment.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
385 L
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,267 L
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
453 L
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
2,387 L
N/A
Cargo space vs length
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
228.3 L per m (+65.6)
162.7 L per m
Cargo space vs footprint
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.
118.3 L per m² (+28.3)
89.9 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
385 L
42 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,267 L
149 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
453 L
286 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
2,387 L
516 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
DriveSize space efficiency score
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
90%
SAE: below class average (-10%)
108%
VDA: above class average (+8%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Neither vehicle differs on door layout, as the 2020 Toyota Highlander and 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 both feature a 5-door design. The 2020 Toyota Highlander brings a major practicality benefit, offering room for 3 more passengers than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. You’ll appreciate the 1.1 m tighter turning circle of the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 when navigating cramped multi-storey car parks.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
8 (+3)
5
Turning circle
11.4 m (+1.1)
10.3 m
Curb weight
1,880 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.4 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
10.3 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
1,880 kg
248 kg heavier than the average Crossover
N/A
DriveSize manoeuvrability score
DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
Parking
Will the 2020 Toyota Highlander or 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 fit in a standard parking space?
2020 Toyota Highlander parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 41 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 27.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
41 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
27.5 cm
2023 Volkswagen ID.3 parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 47 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 61.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
47 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
61.5 cm
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